Design & Technology Teacher – Inventive School – Taunton, Somerset – September 2025 Start

Location: Taunton, Somerset Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: MPS/UPS

Do you have a passion for practical problem-solving and design? A well-regarded secondary school in Taunton is recruiting a motivated Design & Technology Teacher to teach KS3 and KS4 from September 2025.

About the School This school combines strong academic achievement with vocationally relevant learning. Staff enjoy professional autonomy, a strong CPD culture, and state-of-the-art facilities that promote innovation.

DT Department You’ll teach in fully equipped workshops and CAD/CAM studios covering Product Design, Resistant Materials, Food Technology, and Electronics, backed by technician support and high uptake in Design & Technology.

Your Role Plan creative and practical DT lessons inspiring students to design, prototype, and test real-world products. Teach resistance materials, design processes, digital design, and food preparation. Manage health and safety and hands-on workshop delivery effectively. Support extracurricular clubs, competitions, and exhibitions. Track student progress and provide timely feedback.

Ideal Candidate You bring a DT-relevant degree and QTS, along with strong workshop confidence and excellent classroom management. You combine creativity with a collaborative approach and a desire to inspire learners.

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